1. Getting the job you want
Presentation to
SU Women in Leadership
Kathy Kiernan
Senior Vice President, APPI Energy
September 27, 2012

2. Questions to ponder
 I love to _____________.
 If I didn’t have to work, I would spend
my days ______________.
 If I could do anything, it would be
_______.

3. What employees want
1. Good pay
2. Nice benefits
3. Lots of vacation
4. Quick promotions
5. Nice bosses

4. What employers want
1. Knowledge of their business
2. Ability to make a difference
3. Enthusiastic/can-do attitude
4. Honest, loyal employees
5. Works well with others

5. How to get the job you want
 Learn the business
 Tell me how you will add value
 What is your gift?
 Show me your passion
 Network every day
 Find a mentor or two

6. Networking
 Take every opportunity to meet others
 Social networking is great, but…
 Make a connection
 Follow up
 Repeat!

7. Resumes
 Resume should reflect who you are
 Be smart; use metrics
 Proof. Edit. Repeat.
 Don’t fudge
 “myresume.doc” does not work

8. Interviews
 Be on time
 Do your homework
 Dress professionally
 Practice. Practice. Practice.
 Be yourself
 Write thank you notes

9. Women in Leadership ROCK!
Now go tell the world.
Thank you.